TEACHER EVALUATIONS TEACHER EVALUATIONS An Orientation/Training Guide to the Eight Performance Appraisal Job Context Service Headings August, 2008

TEACHER EVALUATIONS

TEACHER EVALUATIONS

An Orientation/Training Guide to the Eight Performance Appraisal Job

Context Service Headings

August, 2008

#1 PLANNING AND PREPARATION

Meets/Exceeds• Submits completed lesson plans on time• LP’s grounded in SSS• Provides specific requests (by admin) within

LP• Documents ESE/ESOL strategies• Observes and documents - students are

engaged in meaningful learning activities

PLANNING AND PREPARATION

High Performing• Performs extra research which is evident in daily

activities• Utilizes on-line beyond the textbook• Integrates use of curriculum materials through

technology (CD-ROMS )• Best practices are evident - student activities that are

engaging/kinesthetic (focused on ALL learners)• Plans activities that support strategies on SIP• Uses a variety of materials and equipment to deliver

learning activities

PLANNING AND PREPARATION

Outstanding• Collaborates with other teachers - apparent• Regularly integrates varied forms of

technology • Goes outside the realm of the teacher’s

classroom• Utilizes activities such as cooperative

learning, problem based learning, and other research-based models

• Serves as role model and mentor sharing best practices

Ways to Show Your Greatness!

• Posts classroom goals each day• Uses writing prompts for subject area• Participates in school curriculum mapping• Consistently uses activities that focus on higher order

thinking • Works to integrate multiple subject areas in own content area• Uses activities that vary and are relevant to learning• Limits use of worksheets• Uses student portfolios• Uses High -Yield strategies• Provides lessons for auditory, visual, and kinesthetic learners• Manages with very little down time• Makes modifications to learning activities based on student

needs (differentiates instruction)• Integrates technology: Smart Board, PowerPoint, Internet

research, etc.• Utilizes Kaplan lesson plan tools• Incorporates multiple hands-on activities

#2 Classroom Management

Meets/Exceeds• Materials prepared in advance for days

activities• Takes attendance and keeps records daily

(Pinnacle)• Displays classroom rules, procedures,

consequences and rewards• Teaches bell to bell• Uses techniques to manage student behavior

Classroom Management

High Performing• Uses forms of interventions in place of

referrals• Consistent with behavior - rewards and

consequences• Proactive in motivating students• Positive and respectful with students• Documents parent contact - positive or

negative• Establishes obvious routines and clear

procedures

Classroom Management

Outstanding• Makes positive contacts with parents• Supports students beyond the

classroom• Contributes/collaborates with teachers

and parents regarding student behavior• Actively seeks new strategies to

improve classroom management (research-driven)

• Regularly assesses skills and modifies when appropriate


• Establishes own reward system• Maintains positive contact with parents• Housekeeping rules do not take away from class

time• Uses positive, esteem building interactions with

students• Keeps phone log• Involves students in the development of class

rules/procedures• Provides consistency• Organizes materials for easy distribution and

collection• Creates/uses emergency lesson plans

#3 Assessment and EvaluationMeets/Exceeds

• Assesses students regularly• Maintains appropriate test

environment• Uses traditional testing• Gives prompt feedback

Assessment/EvaluationHigh Performing

• Conferences with students• Uses alternative assessments (foldable,

projects with rubrics, Concept/Mind Maps, Portfolios)

• Gives choices - projects/book reports• Uses standardized test results for

instructional planning• Establishes/maintains

appropriate/secure test environment

Assessment/EvaluationOutstanding

• Collects data on student achievement• Forms small groups for remediation• Differentiates instruction (regularly)• Integrates use of technology for

assessments• Uses analysis of student performance

to determine effectiveness and assist in the continuous development of learners

• Establishes/maintains appropriate test environment and ensures test security


• Gives rubrics in advance• Maintains active classroom with different

teaching methods• Uses multiple assessment strategies to assist

continuous development of learners• Uses student portfolios• Makes effort to ensure test items hit all levels

of Bloom’s• Logs in time on Kaplan• Publishes grade configurations for

parent/student

#4 Intervention/ Direct ServicesMeets/Exceeds

• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of curriculum

• Uses effective teaching in instructional delivery (HYS)

• Uses appropriate material and resources to help meet learning needs of all students

• Provides appropriate instruction and modifications for students with special needs

• Provides instruction on safety procedures with proper handling of materials and equipment

Intervention/ Direct Services

High Performing• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding

of curriculum content• Uses appropriate technology in both teaching

and learning process to enhance delivery, presentation, and facilitate student learning

• Provides quality work for all students, focused on meaningful, relevant, and engaging learning experiences

• Provides a positive environment in which all students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process

• Uses data to drive and differentiate instruction

Intervention/ Direct ServicesOutstanding

• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge and understanding of curriculum content

• Uses a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and needs

• Uses appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of students

• Utilizes appropriate technology in teaching and learning process to enhance delivery, presentation, and facilitate continuous student learning


• Recognizes the essential Sunshine State Standards• Teaches subject matter at a level appropriate to the learner• Stays up to date on changes in the field• Uses materials outside the textbook• Varies teaching strategies • Allows for student reflection on previous knowledge as it

relates to new knowledge• Organizes instruction to include cooperative and student

directed groups• Incorporates hands on activities into teaching strategies• Utilizes open-ended approach with guided projects to allow

for creativity and innovation• Uses lab resources• Provides samples of what is expected• Provides regular feedback to students on their product and

encourages continuous improvement• Provides clear directions for school rules and safety drills

#5 CollaborationMeets/Exceeds

• Attends all required monthly meetings on time

• Communicates and collaborates with coworkers and parents to meet students’ needs

• Utilizes technology to support the learning process

CollaborationHigh Performing

• Regularly attends and actively participates in collaborative meetings

• Plans, communicates, and collaborates with other teachers, parents, and community to meet students’ needs

• Uses technology as an avenue of communication and collaboration to support the learning process

• Communicates with parents and participates in parent conferences

• Utilizes Capturing Kids Hearts training

CollaborationOutstanding

• Actively participates in meetings, committees, conferences, and events to promote the collaborative process

• Plans and collaborates with school related stakeholders to meet student needs (recognizes indicators of distress/abuse and takes appropriate action)

• Communicates effectively with all stakeholders to enhance the instructional environment

• Utilizes technology within the school, community and beyond to support the learning process

• Leads meetings or delivers staff development• Initiates/facilitates content or direction of a meeting• Mentors and/or serves as a support role to other

teachers• Shares ideas and best practices with other teachers


• Refers students to guidance when appropriate• Implements Capturing Kids Hearts Training• Establishes rapport with teachers and

students• Respects administrators, coworkers, students,

and parents• Actively participates in “staffings”• Uses various forms of communication

effectively• Demonstrates positive non-verbal

communication skills to parents • Shares ideas and best practices with others• Utilizes technology throughout the

collaborative process

#6 Professional Development

Meets/Exceeds• Determines professional development

needs• Participates in district sponsored staff

development programs• Collaboratively develops and

implements Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP)

Professional Development

High Performing• Demonstrates professional growth and

continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills

• Provides mentor support of new teachers• Uses strategies learned from PD trainings• Periodically conducts a personal assessment

to determine professional growth needs (reflective)

• Collaborates to develop/implement IPDP linking to PD needs that reflect improved student achievement

• Participates in PD trainings to enhance teaching knowledge/skills (based on IPDP goals/objectives)

Professional Development

Outstanding• Participates in PD opportunities to enhance

teaching knowledge/skills for purpose of continuous improvement

• Regularly reflects on teaching practices to determine professional growth needs to improve student achievement (based on IPDP goals and objectives)

• Conducts/delivers in-service training in area(s) of expertise for faculty and staff

• Applies for grants that impact learning • Shares information from trainings with others• Demonstrates best practices and serves as

role model and mentor to other professionals

Ways to Show Your Greatness.

• Become a National Board Certified Teacher

• Discuss goals, needs, desires, and career aspirations with administrator and other professionals

• Serve on committees, teams, and volunteer for assignments that promote the learning culture and develop professional skills

• Provide mentoring support to other teachers and serve as role model for best practices

#7 Professional Responsibilities

Meets/Exceeds• Acts in a professional and ethical

manner• Performs and fulfills professional

responsibilities• Arrives at work on time and leaves at

the scheduled time

Professional Responsibilities

High Performing• Acts in a professional and ethical

manner – adheres to Code of Ethics• Supports district and school

improvement initiatives and programs

• Contributes to school mission by serving on various school committees and activities

Professional Responsibilities

Outstanding• Acts in a professional and ethical manner

and adheres at all times to the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct

• Fulfills professional responsibilities -shares learning experiences by mentoring new colleagues

• Goes above and beyond - actively supports school improvement initiatives, participates in school activities, services, programs, and professional learning communities


• Be a positive role model for students

• Abide by state, district, and school rules, policies, and procedures - stay clear of trouble with “the law”

• Develop and use conflict management skills with coworkers

• Meet timelines - get your grades and lesson plans in on time

#8 Student Growth and Achievement

• Post pinnacle grades• Use higher order thinking and questioning• Analyze assessment data to drive instruction• Use portfolios to determine student growth• Collect student test data from teacher made

test• Document conferences with students/parents

that you used as an intervention to improve student performance

• Plan your work and work your plan – develop IPDP in collaboration with administrator using student data and PD needs; progress monitor and modify

• KEEP YOUR EYE ON THE PRIZE – student growth and achievement